

How to identify Cabbage palm (Sabal palmetto)
Cabbage palm, also known as Sabal palm, Swamp cabbage
Cabbage palm exhibits a characteristic silhouette with a stout, smooth trunk that can reach heights of up to 20-30 feet (6-9 meters). The trunk is topped by a crown of fan-shaped leaves, each leaf reaching around 4-6 feet (1.2-1.8 meters) in length. The petioles are thorny and, when mature, the plant produces yellowish-white flowers. Its dark green, costapalmate leaves are a blend of palmate and pinnate features. This species also boasts an admirable tolerance to salt spray, a testament to its coastal adaptability.
Stout trunk reaching 20-30 feet (6-9 meters), topped by fan-shaped leaves.
Dark green, costapalmate leaves with blend of palmate and pinnate features.
Yellowish-white flowers in sizable clusters up to 2 feet (60 cm) long.
Small, dark blue to black drupes around 0.5 inches (1.27 cm) in diameter.
Palmate, fan-shaped leaves up to 5 feet (150 cm) long with prominent veined patterns.
The leaves of cabbage palm are palmate and fan-shaped, reaching up to 5 feet (150 cm) in length. They are supported by stiff stems measuring between 2 to 7 feet (60 to 210 cm). The fronds exhibit a distinctive arch, which sets them apart from the closely related species. With a rich green color and a tough, fibrous texture, the leaves also feature prominently veined patterns that radiate from the base, enhancing their structural and visual appeal.
Cabbage palm features striking white flowers that emanate a pleasant fragrance. These blooms form in sizable clusters up to 2 feet (60 cm) in length, typically appearing during July. The individual flowers are small but abundant, creating a dense, visually impressive inflorescence. Each flower has a delicate, symmetrical arrangement of petals, contributing to its appealing aesthetic. The pleasant scent of these flowers adds to their allure, making them a noteworthy feature for identification during the mid-summer blooming period.
The fruit of cabbage palm manifests as a small, dark blue to black drupe, typically around 0.5 inches (1.27 cm) in diameter. Each fruit presents a singular, glossy seed enclosed within a fleshy pulp. These globular drupes display a somewhat wrinkled texture upon maturity and are prominently displayed in clusters. Notable for their persistence on the plant, the fruits are a conspicuous feature on cabbage palm during the peak display months of October to November.
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Scientific Classification of Cabbage palm